COOPER O'NEIL
West Motor Company
Thatcher,ID
7
Years of experience
Professional with solid background in automotive repair and maintenance. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise in diagnostics, and commitment to quality workmanship. Highly reliable team player, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on delivering results that exceed expectations. Skilled in engine repair, brake systems, and electrical troubleshooting. Recognized for effective collaboration and maintaining high standards in every task. Seasoned welder with 7 plus years experience.
Work History
Service Technician
5 Months- Diagnosed vehicle concerns using scan tools, service manuals, and hands-on inspection methods.
- Performed routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, and fluid checks.
- Repaired brakes, suspension components, and steering systems to factory specifications.
- Completed multi-point inspections and documented findings for service advisors and customers.
- Replaced worn parts, engines, tranmissions, batteries, belts, and filters to restore vehicle performance.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
METAL WORKER
9 Months- Assisted coworkers in lifting heavy objects safely using appropriate techniques and equipment's.
- Cleaned working area regularly after completing assigned tasks ensuring neatness at all times.
- Operated a variety of metalworking machines, such as shears, brakes, punches and drill presses to fabricate sheet metal parts.
- Operated machinery in the process of cutting, bending, and shaping tin sheets into custom panel dimensions.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR – FARM MAINTENCE & MECHANIC
3 Months- Worked on farm equipment repair fixing current issues along with preventative maintence.
- Used pass knowledge in electrical systems to solve electrical issues on equipment
- Got equipment back up and running in a timely manner to help farmers efficiently get crops harvested.
Welder
5 Months- Welded structural components using MIG processes to meet fabrication specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and shop drawings to position parts accurately before welding.
- Inspected welds for quality, alignment, and compliance with production standards.
- Assembled trailer frames and related components for consistent manufacturing flow.
- Adjusted welding techniques to handle varied metals and joint configurations.
- Followed shop safety procedures while completing precise, repeatable welds.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
MECHANIC
9 Months- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, transmissions, engines, and other parts of vehicles.
- Installed new radiators, water pumps, ignition systems, starters and alternators as needed.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined the best course of action to repair vehicles.
- Went out in the service truck to do field repairs as well as shop work
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools including Cat Cis 2.0 and Mykomatsu
- Worked on electrical issues and hydraulic systems
- Worked on a wide range of equipment from as small as a light plant all the way up to a Cat triple 7 haul truck and everything in between
WELDER
2 Years 6 Months- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Skills
Welding
Equipment Operation
Structural Welding
Fabrication
Torch Cutting
Blueprint Reading
Stick Welding
Tool Repair and Maintenance
Hand and power tools
Troubleshooting
Engine repair
Preventive Maintenance
Brake systems
Heavy equipment repair
Mechanical systems
Diagnostics
Auto and engine repair
Belt and hose replacements
Gasket and seal replacements
Fuel systems
Documentation and reporting
Systems troubleshooting
Electrical systems
Exhaust systems
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